2004 BMW 318 vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 320 kg more than 2004 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 318 | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
